Power Plant Operator

Alcoa Australia; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Alcoa Corporation is hiring a Power Plant Operator in the United States. The role operates and maintains boilers, turbines, pumps and switchyard equipment to ensure a reliable supply of electricity and steam for the smelting plant.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED with 3 years of power industry experience and the ability to perform physically demanding work. Shift work including weekends is required; experience with fuel systems and boilers is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED with 3 years full-time power industry work experience.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work.
• Willingness to work shifts including weekends.
• Experience with fuel systems, boilers or turbines is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor compressors, pumps, boilers, turbines, and switchyard equipment to generate electricity.
• Maintain fuel systems to ensure continuous operation of the smelter.
• Respond to equipment alarms and perform basic maintenance as required.
• Work with other operations staff to ensure safety and reliability.

Skills

High school diploma or GED

Shift work

Physical stamina

Power industry experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

This applies to the users of the Alcoa Corporation Website including any local versions of the Website that Alcoa Corporation owns and operates.Power Plant Operator page is loaded## Power Plant Operatorlocations: US NBG Newburgh, Indiana: US WAR Warrick Newburgh, Intime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: October 29, 2026 (29 days left to apply)job requisition id: Req-39304**Shape Your World**At Alcoa, you will become an essential part of our purpose: to turn raw potential into real progress. The way we see it, every Alcoan is a work-shaper, team-shaper, idea-shaper & world-shaper.**Job Description*** Operate compressors, pumps, pulverizers, boilers, turbine generators, switchyard equipment and additional auxiliary equipment to produce electricity, potable water, smelting steam, and high temperature water for consumption in the smelting plant. A Power Plant Operator controls the generation of electricity of electrical power by operating and maintaining fuel systems such as ash, demineralizer and others, to ensure the smelter operation is continuously receiving the necessary electrical power to produce aluminum.* Basic Qualifications:* Must have a high school diploma or GED with 3 years full-time light to heavy industrial or power industry work experience and ability to perform physically demanding work activities. Must be able to do shift work including weekends.* Preferred Qualifications:* Ideal candidates should have experience in fuel systems, boilers, turbines, electrostatic, precipitators, condensate systems, feed water systems, high voltage switching, along with monitoring and maintaining the above systems. The Power Plant Operator must also be able to perform the other essential functions of the position.**About the Location**Recognized as an industry pioneer, Alcoa has established itself as an international company with operations across six continents. Alcoa's U.S. portfolio includes Alcoa's corporate headquarters, Alcoa's Technology Center, two smelters, and a calcined coke plant. While some roles are based on-site, Alcoa also offers a flexible working model for certain positions. Wherever you choose to join us, you'll be joining a global team committed to advancing sustainability and delivering excellence and innovation.We are values led, vision driven and united by our purpose of transforming raw potential into real progress. Our commitments to include providing trusting workplaces that are safe, respectful and inclusive of all individuals, free from discrimination, bullying and harassment and that our workplaces reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate.As a proud equal opportunity workplace and affirmative action employer, Alcoa is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of a person's gender, age, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, nation of origin, disability, veteran status, language spoken or any other characteristic or status protected by the laws or regulations in the places where we operate.If you have visited our website in search of information on U.S. employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Alcoa Recruiting via email at [e-mail] is a place where you are empowered to do your best work, be your authentic self, and feel a true sense of belonging. Come join us and shape your career!**Your work. Your world. Shape them for the better.**(blob:https://alcoa.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/cd29ece9-b1fa-465a-b6c5-db1a53cfec8b)0:00 / 1:04**Shape your Career at Alcoa!** As an Alcoan you are part of a global team committed to advancing sustainability and delivering excellence and innovation. As a values-based company, we Act with Integrity, Operate with Excellence, Care for People, and Lead with Courage.Join us and become an essential part of our purpose: to turn raw potential into real progress. We treat all people with dignity and we believe in inclusion, diversity and enabling all employees to grow and develop their careers with us, where they can pursue their passions. Discover the possibilities a career with Alcoa can have for you.Come **shape your career** with us!